Three bins. One simple habit.
Empty and rinse containers, flatten cardboard and keep food scraps separate.
🟡 Recycling
Goes In: Plastic bottles & containers (look for 1, 2 or 5) · Glass bottles & jars · Tins & cans · Cardboard (flattened)
Never: Plastics bags · Batteries · Vapes · Gas bottles
Remember: Empty and rinse everything · No lids · Place loose, no bags
🟢 Food Scraps
Goes In: Leftovers · Meat, fish & bones · Bread & pasta · Fruit & vegetables
Some buildings don't have a green bin at this stage.
🔴 Rubbish
Other common rubbish goes here.
For larger or dangerous items, don't put them in a bin. Search for inorganic collection, community recycling centre or transfer station.
Test your knowledge.
See how well you know your recycling rules. Play the Recycle Game to sort items into the correct bins and pick up useful tips along the way.
Still unsure?
Some items are tricky, and that’s okay. Enter the item you want to get rid of to get clear guidance on the best disposal option.
